Abstract
Malaria is one of the deadliest diseases worldwide, and it is particularly prevalent in tropical regions. In Pakistan, malaria is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, with over 1.6 million cases reported in 2022. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there were an estimated 247 million incidences of malaria and 691000 malaria deaths globally in 2017. This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practices of a rural community in Lahore, Pakistan, regarding malaria prevention. A community-based, descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted from December 2022 to May 2023. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from survey participants who were identified using a simple random sampling technique. The participant's knowledge, attitude, and practice levels were measured. Data was analyzed using SPSS. The study found that the rural community in Lahore generally has good knowledge about malaria prevention, including its transmission, primary symptoms, and control measures. This knowledge can help improve people's attitudes and practices, ultimately leading to better prevention of malaria in the area.
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